The cheapest and fastest buses from Graz to Cologne
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
14 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
754 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Graz to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Graz to Cologne will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Of the 3 buses that leave Graz for Cologne on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 754 km distance in an average of 14 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 16 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Graz to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Graz to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €110.
Distance: 754 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €129 Average price | €370 Average price |
14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 27m Average total duration 11h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Graz to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Graz to Cologne buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Graz | 16h35 | 2:35 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Graz | 13h20 | 3:20 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Graz | 15h05 | 8:15 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Graz | 12h25 | 8:45 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Graz to Cologne
Buses from Graz to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 754 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 754 km |
Average bus duration 14h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Graz to CologneYou can travel by bus between Graz to Cologne with FlixBus for as low as €31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Graz to Cologne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Graz to Cologne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Graz, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Graz, Graz central train station, Graz, Main railway station and Graz, Europaplatz (Busbahnhof). When arriving in Cologne, you can end your trip in coach stations like Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Graz, Graz central train station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
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